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Job summary

Main area
Finance - Procurement
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 8c
Contract
12 months (Fixed Term)
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week (per week pro rata)
Job ref
193-8290230CORB8cPRO
Employer
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Princes House
Town
Reading
Salary
£79,504 - £91,609 per annum pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
25/10/2026 23:59

Employer heading

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust logo

Deputy Head of Procurement (DDAT and Contract Management)

NHS AfC: Band 8c

At the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust we put our patients at the heart of every element of health and care that we provide. The Trust works together as a community to deliver its vision which is “Working together to provide outstanding care for our community.”

Royal Berkshire Hospital are pleased to announce that following our CQC inspection we have been rated ‘Good’ with inspectors reporting that we have made significant improvements.  The Trust’s overall rating has also improved to ‘good’.  

We are Compassionate in our thoughts, words and actions

We are Aspirational and have a true desire to be dynamic and to innovate

We are Resourceful and responsible in the way we work and live

We are Excellent in our development, fairness and sharing best practice

At the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust, we value candidates who bring their unique personalities, skills, and experiences to the Trust. When completing your application, we encourage you to highlight your individual achievements and strengths, showing us how they align with the requirements outlined in the job description and person specification. While we recognise that some applicants may use AI tools during the process, please be mindful that AI-generated responses can often lack the personal detail and relevance needed to demonstrate your suitability for the role. AI generated content is discouraged by the Trust and may diminish the candidates chances of success.

Amazing things happen at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust; delivered by amazing people so why don’t you come and join us.  We offer a range of learning and development for all employees may you be clinical or non-clinical.  

Please note: all vacancies automatically close when 50 applications have been received.

Job overview

We are seeking an experienced and forward‑thinking Deputy Head of Procurement – Contracts and DDAT, to join our Procurement & Supply Chain team for Maternity Cover. This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the management, procurement, governance and performance of contracts as well as supporting Digital, Data and Technology (DDAT) services. The post holder provides strategic and operational leadership for contract management activities, ensuring value for money, regulatory compliance, supplier performance, risk management and effective delivery of digital services. The role works closely with clinical, operational, finance, procurement and digital teams to support the Trust's digital transformation objectives, manage complex supplier relationships and ensure contracts align with organisational priorities and governance requirements.

Main duties of the job

  • Work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements, support product selection, and drive evidence‑based decision‑making
  • Lead the management and oversight of major contracts and supplier relationships.
  • Support digital transformation programmes through effective contract and commercial management.
  • Ensure compliance with procurement legislation, NHS guidance and Trust governance requirements.
  • Monitor supplier performance, risks, KPIs and service delivery outcomes.
  • Provide expert advice on commercial, contractual and procurement matters.
  • Identify efficiencies, cost-saving opportunities and contract improvement initiatives.
  • Prepare reports and assurance updates for senior management and Trust committees.

Working for our organisation

Diversity makes us interesting… Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated procurement and contract management professional to join our team as Deputy Head of Contracts and DDAT. This senior role will lead the management of complex Digital, Data and Technology (DDAT) as wellas other major contracts, ensuring high standards of commercial governance, supplier performance, value for money and regulatory compliance. Working closely with digital, operational and finance colleagues, you will provide strategic leadership, support digital transformation programmes, and drive continuous improvement across the Trust's contract portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic individual with strong commercial acumen, contract management expertise and a passion for delivering high-quality services that support organisational objectives.

 

 

Person specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential criteria
  • Degree in procurement or relevant related subject or Significant and demonstrable procurement knowledge and skill expected to be gained over approximately 2 – 3 years
  • Membership of Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supplies qualification or a commitment to work towards it
Desirable criteria
  • Previous NHS procurement experience within a non-clinical category.
  • Use of the Atamis and EFin Systems

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Excellent understanding of mechanisms to engage stakeholders
Desirable criteria
  • Previous NHS procurement experience within a non-clinical category.

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Contracts experience

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Apprenticeships logoNo smoking policyCare quality commission - GoodArmed Forces Covenant Gold AwardMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Disability confident employerStonewall equality policy. Equality and justice for lesbians, gay men, bisexual and trans people.Florence Nightingale FoundationNational Preceptorship for Nursing Quality Mark 2024

Application numbers

This vacancy will automatically close when 50 applications have been received.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Parminder Johal
Job title
Deputy Head of Procurement
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01183226529
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